Judge finds Contra Costa DA’s filing practices are racist, dismisses gang charges in murder case It is the second landmark ruling resulting in charges being dismissed due to alleged racism by Contra Costa County prosecutors.

Following the decision, Contra Costa's DA Office announced plans to review similar cases from past years.

This marks the second significant RJA ruling involving the county, expanding the interpretation of § 745 to charging practices — not just trial conduct.

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